break bad
The phrase "break bad" has roots in Southern and Midwestern US slang, popularized by the TV show 'Breaking Bad'. It generally refers to a shift towards negative or immoral behavior.
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Definition
B2General
(colloquial)To start engaging in illegal or immoral activities.
Example
- After losing his job, he decided to break bad and join a gang.
- In the movie, the protagonist breaks bad after a series of unfortunate events.
C1Behavioral
(colloquial, slang)To deviate from acceptable behavior or societal norms, often dramatically.
Example
- She used to be very disciplined, but she broke bad and started skipping classes.
- When he broke bad, it shocked everyone who knew him as a model citizen.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "break bad":
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